Recently Traveled to Colorado? You May Need to Self Quarantine

Due to the extensive spread of COVID-19 in mountain resort communities, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) recommends self-quarantine for 14 days for any individuals who have visited Eagle, Summit, Pitkin, and Gunnison counties in the past week, whether or not they are experiencing symptoms.

Currently, there are at least 18 positive COVID-19 cases from people who have spent time in Eagle County, 13 in Pitkin County, 6 in Gunnison County, and 3 in Summit County. Many additional tests are pending, and it is likely there is sustained community transmission of COVID-19 in these areas.

County public health and emergency management agencies will provide more detailed guidance for residents and visitors within their communities. The general guidance from CDPHE is as follows:

• If you live in Colorado and are leaving one of these communities, you should self-quarantine for 14 days at home and watch for the development of symptoms like cough, fever, and shortness of breath.
• If you are visiting Colorado from out of state and do not currently ave symptoms, you can return home and quarantine there.
• If you have symptoms, stay where you are, isolate yourself from others, and contact a health care provider or nurse line before seeking care. Do not fly. Do not use public transportation or ride-shares.

“We’re seeing extensive outbreaks in these communities,” says Rachel Herlihy, State Epidemiologist, CDPHE. “We are asking people to take this voluntary action to slow the spread of the disease in Colorado and keep people safe.”

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